G. Baldwin & Co
Baldwins, A Family Business
Our final interview comes from the current manager of Baldwins, Steve Dagnell. Steve recalls growing up with the shop, working there with his father and how the business has changed over the years. A fascinating listen! Thank you Steve and interviewer Irene Payne for this great interview. And thank you to everyone who has taken...
Brian Frampton’s Memories
We have another oral history to share with you as Brian Frampton recalls growing up in Walworth in the 50s (and his memories of Baldwins too, of course!). A great listen. Thank you to Brian Frampton and interviewer Kitty Corish for a lovely interview.
Julia Onley Interview
We’re pleased to share another of our interviews of local residents with you. Back in 2012 Linda Hearnshaw interviewed Julia Onley, who had much to share about her childhood in Walworth, the local streets and shops (and, of course, Baldwins!). Take a listen below and enjoy!
Sarsaparilla!
You probably know Sarsaparilla best as a sweet soft drink, but did you know Sarsaparilla is thought to have many medicinal properties and used to be drunk as a curative tonic? Sarsaparilla is a vine, native to the rainforests of Central and South America. The root of the plant is the most valued part of...
The Story of Baldwins and Herbal Remedies
G. Baldwin and Co. History G. Baldwin & Co. on Walworth Road, is one of London’s oldest and most established herbalists, a specialist in the natural remedies field with expertise and experience spanning two families and over 160 years. The company was founded by George Baldwin in 1844 and was originally based at 77 Walworth...
A Local History and Shared Memories
The Roots project tells the story of Walworth Road based G. Baldwin & Co., one of the oldest and most established herbalists in London, and the many customers who have frequented the shop over its long history. Southwark Pensioners Centre worked with volunteers from the local community to create recorded oral histories of the area and present...
